The municipality of Navalonguilla lies on the northern slope of the western Gredos massif and in the valley shaped by the Garganta de los Caballeros. The Garganta is a tributary of the Tormes. The surrounding area includes meadows, mountains, reforested pine forests and riverside vegetation along gorges and streams. The landscape therefore extends from mountain slopes to waterside areas; when planning your visit, you can also choose between hiking trails, swimming pools and historic buildings.

Hiking and Landscapes

The PR-AV 40 Senda de la Laguna de los Caballeros is 11 kilometres long and follows an out-and-back route. The stated distance therefore refers to the route in this form. For a specific hike, it is advisable to check the current trail route.

The Laguna de los Caballeros lies in a glacial cirque bounded by the mountain range of the Riscos Altos and the Campanario barrier. The cirque gives the lake a distinct mountain setting and is a landmark in its own right, in addition to the hiking route. If you are interested in landforms and bodies of water when choosing an excursion, you will find both brought together here in a specific description.

Monte del Tormal and Risco del Jichuelo can be reached from Navalonguilla via the same path at the eastern end of the village. The two named natural attractions therefore share a stated access route. This distinguishes them from the PR-AV 40, which is designated as an 11-kilometre out-and-back route.

The Pinar de Navalguijo is in the upper part of Navalguijo, on the path to the waterfall and the source of the Garganta de los Caballeros. Navalguijo is a hamlet belonging to Navalonguilla. This means that this natural landmark can be associated with the hamlet, while Monte del Tormal and Risco del Jichuelo can be reached via the path at the eastern end of Navalonguilla.

Riverside Areas and Leisure Spots

There are swimming pools in the municipal area along some sections of the path beside the Garganta de los Caballeros. They are therefore not found along the entire path, but on specific sections connected to the gorge.

El Puente is a riverside recreation area with barbecue facilities and an adjoining pine forest. Riverside and woodland settings come together at this named location. El Perdigón is another landmark for finding your way between the bathing spots mentioned: it is the furthest away, about a twenty-minute walk from El Puente. The walking time is approximate for this route.

Churches and Local History

The Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción in Navalonguilla was built from granite ashlars in the 17th century. Its single-nave interior is divided into three sections. The construction date, building material and floor plan thus offer different insights into the church’s architecture, from its granite construction to the interior division of the nave.

The Ermita de la Virgen de los Leones stands on the outskirts of Navalonguilla and was built between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A Way of the Cross leads from the parish church to this chapel. As well as a description of the building, this gives it a named route connection to another religious site in the village.

Another chapel is located in Navalguijo: the Ermita de San Miguel probably dates from the 19th century. The dating is uncertain and is given as a probable period. Together with the Ermita de la Virgen de los Leones and the church in Navalonguilla, it offers an additional perspective on the religious buildings in the municipality.

Discover more destinations: Fuente El Saúz, Berrocalejo De Aragona, Fresnedilla, Solosancho, Cuevas Del Valle, Navalperal De Tormes, Santo Tomé De Zabarcos, Mijares.

For the overview of the wider region: Avila.